Colorado’s largest system of higher education with 13 colleges and 35+ locations. Focused on making #HigherEd and #workforce training affordable and accessible.The Colorado Community College System is Colorado’s largest higher education and workforce training provider. We serve over 115,000 students each year.

Core values

- **Economic Impact**: The CCCS has an annual economic impact of $5.8 billion, equivalent to creating 98,100 jobs[4].
- **Education and Career Opportunities**: It provides accessible and affordable education to over 115,000 students annually, connecting them to career paths and enhancing their professional and personal goals[4].
- **Return on Investment**: Students receive a significant return on their investment, with $1 invested yielding $4.30 in lifetime earnings. State and local governments also see a 13.5% annual return on their investment[4].
- **Addressing Workforce Needs**: The system addresses critical workforce shortages in industries like healthcare and construction, contributing to the state's economic success[2].
- **Promoting Equity and Accessibility**: The strategic plan focuses on education without barriers, accessibility, affordability, equity, and student completion, which are crucial for improving the quality of life and promoting positive change[2].